Abu Dhabi

UAE and Morocco finalize CEPA to boost goods and services trade through tariff cuts, regulatory reforms

In 2023, the two nations had $1.3 billion in non-oil trade, a 30 percent increase from 2022 and 83 percent more than in 2019

UAE wins bid to host COSPAR 2028, world’s largest space research event

The country has become a leading hub for global scientific research, especially in space exploration

UAE’s EWEC issues bids for greenfield 400-megawatt energy system in Abu Dhabi

System will support EWEC's goal of raising its solar capacity to 7.5 gigawatts by 2030

UAE’s pension authority, ADGMA forge agreement to boost financial literacy among Emiratis

Agreement supports the UAE’s efforts to enhance financial awareness amongst Emiratis in federal, government and private sector entities

Dubai’s office stock grows by 20,000 sq. m., Abu Dhabi adds 7,500 sq. m. in Q2 2024: Report

The growth is attributed to a strong economy, diverse demand, and focus on quality, sustainable spaces

UAE announces $216.31 million in pension payments for July 2024, benefiting 48,199 pensioners

This marks an increase compared to July 2023, when AED711,323,785.25 was allocated to 46,835 recipients

UAE, Indonesia to boost cooperation in public finance, debt management, and climate finance

The two countries enjoy thriving bilateral trade, with $4 billion in volume in 2023 

UAE’s ADNOC L&S invests $1.9 billion in supersize ethane carriers and ammonia vessels

The VLECs will be deployed on 20-year time charter contracts, generating an estimated $4 billion in revenue

Surge in demand for industrial and logistics assets reaches 185 percent in Dubai, Abu Dhabi: Report

The Jebel Ali Industrial Area Second Category saw rents jump 38.5 percent to AED36 ($9.80) per sq ft.

PureHealth’s Ardent Health successfully concludes IPO on New York Stock Exchange

In September 2022, PureHealth acquired a 26.05 percent equity stake in Ardent Health for $500 million

Abu Dhabi Airports launches smart travel project: Time to serve passengers down to 7 seconds

Traveler registration service automation to eliminate the need for travel documents or direct interaction with airport staff

UAE and global gold prices lose luster amid profit-taking, dollar strength

In the UAE, gold prices fell with 24-carat gold inching up to AED293.50 per gram

Abu Dhabi Police launches AI-powered robot to make emirate’s roads safer

AI technology has enhanced efforts, shortened time and provided fruitful results in police and security work

Spanish EOS-X SPACE to launch space flights from Abu Dhabi next year

By 2029, the company seeks to achieve a turnover of $1.127 billion and a gross profit of $324 million

Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong forge cooperative agreement to facilitate global trade, investment flows

The MoU outlines a pledge for mutual cooperation on investment promotion exchanges and support

Yas Island’s eco-friendly city earns top sustainable urban design rating in Abu Dhabi

The Estidama 5 Pearl rating signifies excellence in sustainable design

UAE’s GCAA invests in world-class air traffic controller training to boost aviation safety, efficiency

The contract will see GANS provide training services to GCAA ab-initio air traffic controllers at its training centre in Al Ain

Abu Dhabi’s ADGM reduces license fees by over 50 percent

Fee revisions will be applicable from January 1, 2025

UAE Central Bank’s gold holdings reach $5.54 billion by April end, up 12 percent year-on-year

Reserves increased on a monthly basis by 3.5 percent from AED19.615 billion in March 2024

KEZAD invests $81.67 million in expanding natural gas network in Abu Dhabi

The new network has been developed by KEZAD Group's subsidiary, KEZAD Utilities & Facilities Management Company, in three phases

ADNOC, Mubadala collaborate to cultivate Emirati talent for UAE’s sustainable future

The move aims to develop Emirati talent for crucial sectors through advanced training

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil GDP grows 4.7 percent in Q1 2024

The total value of the emirate’s economy (oil and non-oil sectors) reached AED286 billion during this period

UAE banking sector transfers surpass $1.66 trillion in first four months of 2024

The value of transfers executed through the system increased by over 20 percent year-on-year